Calsunate SP 50 is a prescription medicine. Secondary and off-label uses of Calsunate SP 50 have also been mentioned below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Calsunate SP 50. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
The most common side effects of Calsunate SP 50 are Weakness. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Calsunate SP 50 as well, which are listed below. Such side effects of Calsunate SP 50 normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Calsunate SP 50 is Moderate for pregnant women and Mild for women who are breastfeeding. It is important to know if Calsunate SP 50 has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Calsunate SP 50 related warnings section.
Calsunate SP 50 is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Drug Allergy, Asthma, Drug Allergy are examples of such conditions. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Calsunate SP 50 contraindications section.
Besides this, Calsunate SP 50 may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Calsunate SP 50, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
Calsunate SP 50 is used to treat the following -
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
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Is the use of Calsunate SP 50 safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may experience moderate side effects from Calsunate SP. It is best to stop taking Calsunate SP immediately and inform your doctor if you notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Calsunate SP 50 safe during breastfeeding?
Calsunate SP may have very limited harmful effects for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Calsunate SP 50 on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Calsunate SP on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Calsunate SP 50 on the Liver?
Calsunate SP may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.
What is the effect of Calsunate SP 50 on the Heart?
There are no any side effects of Calsunate SP for the heart.
Calsunate SP 50 should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Calsunate SP 50 unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Calsunate SP 50 habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Calsunate SP 50 has not been reported.
Interaction between Food and Calsunate SP 50
Taking Calsunate SP 50 with food does not harm your health.
Interaction between Alcohol and Calsunate SP 50
Consuming Calsunate SP 50 with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.
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References
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 705
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